INSPIRING POSSIBILITIES It’s time to finish making our best even better. Proud STS Parents 2017- 2018
BUILDING ON A STRONG FOUNDATION of scholarship, leadership and character, not to mention lifelong friendships and a supportive network. Amidst an ever-changing world, Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School has focused steadfastly on our mission. Our students are your children, and our world’s future. The rich history of excellence in education, cherished traditions and strong community nurtured over the past century are the foundation upon which we embark on an exciting new chapter in our storied history. School’s NEXT - School of the Future Winning Design Team
GREAT PROGRESS HAS BEEN MADE 2010 Strategic plan 2010-2015 is Board approved and sets focus on campaign priorities of facilities, teaching excellence and student fjnancial aid. 2011 International architecture team engaged in campus master planning to tailor spaces to optimize learning. 2013 Community engagement in vision: teaching excellence, talented students, facilities that enrich learning. Over 400 guests engage in dialogue with Head of School in how philanthropy makes STS even better. 2013-2015 Quiet phase of fundraising campaign. SEPTEMBER 2015 Launched $27 million Inspiring Possibilities campaign with $20 million pledged. “ A bold strategic plan and a successful early leadership gift phase have provided us with 2015-2016 Raised $3 million. the confidence and conviction to reach the $27 million goal. In my last year as Head of School my 2016-2017 personal goal is to leave STS with a spectacular Raised $2 million. new facility and to do so without incurring any debt. It is my fervent hope that you share my TO DO 2017-2018 enthusiasm for completing this campaign over the Raise the gap of $1.67 million next few months. Please join me in donating to the to meet campaign goal Inspiring Possibilities campaign early this fall.” Dr. William Jones, Head of School
GREAT STEPS HAVE BEEN TAKEN Key achievements give us sound footing to reach our goal this fall: • $25.3 million raised thus far • Construction on new facilities nearing completion • $370,000 awarded in fjnancial assistance to students this year • Centre for Excellence in Teaching investing in faculty
INSPIRING POSSIBILITIES WHY ARE WE ASKING FOR DONATIONS? A STS EDUCATION IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN STUDENT, SCHOOL AND HOME Like all independent schools, STS has been built and sustained by generations of philanthropic investments. None of the operating budget pays for building expansions. Inspiring Possibilities is an ambitious philanthropic initiative to make the well-rounded STS experience even better. The $27 million Inspiring Possibilities campaign will invest donors’ contributions in: • Inspiring Facilities: $24 million • Inspiring Teachers: $1.5 million • Inspiring Students: $1.5 million
INSPIRING FACILITIES: $24 MILLION GOAL $22.6 MILLION RAISED It is time to make our facilities even better to support teaching and learning at STS. To meet current and future needs of our students, construction priorities were selected to: encourage experiential and engaging learning • facilitate group work, traditional presentations or quiet • study enable faculty collaboration • leverage the country setting • 6,000 square meters of new facilities include: A new Elementary Wing – to welcome our youngest • learners into a fmexible learning environment to optimize best teaching practice. Expanded Fine and Performing Arts spaces – to meet the • creative talents of students with facilities and technology conducive to creative expression. A Heart of the School - NOW OPEN – to create a warm • welcome to our STS campus, expand the” foyer” for the theatre, and to improve the dining and reception experience. Landscaping for Learning – enhance outdoor learning on • our country campus in several theme-inspired landscapes. Ground breaking was celebrated in June 2016 with the building scheduled to open this year.
INSPIRING STUDENTS: $1.5 MILLION GOAL $1.8 MILLION RAISED* A socio-economically diverse student body is rich in ideas and perspectives, enabling every student to grow and learn from their peers. Everyone benefjts when we open the doors to talent and motivation, rather than ability to pay. Financial awards, both merit scholarships and need based bursaries must keep pace with increasing demand. *This fjnancial goal was considered a fmoor through which we want to push.
INSPIRING TEACHERS: $1.5 MILLION GOAL $0.9 MILLION RAISED “The most potent ingredient in a child’s education is the quality of the teacher. We are committed to teaching excellence and will continue to invest in faculty development.” Dr. William Jones A priority is to attract, develop and retain exceptional professionals who will elevate teaching practice at STS and inspire excellence in the broader teaching community. Teaching excellence will be enhanced by: • Experts in Education Speaker Series • Action research • Faculty mentoring • Enhanced professional development • Academic-in-residence • Hosting educational conferences for parents and professionals
YOUR FAMILY IS STS Critical to the success of any independent school is engagement with parents and alumni. Student engagement, volunteer leadership and philanthropic support have contributed to the fabric of community that makes STS special and enduring. We aim to inspire your philanthropic support of Strathcona- Tweedsmuir School, both now and in the future. We hope to continue the discussion of how your family can both contribute to, and be recognized for, the important role family members play in realizing the vision we have for STS’ future. We welcome your gift toward: the construction of wonderful learning spaces • • an annually funded or endowed scholarship to welcome all potential students of promise regardless of ability to pay full tuition • investments in teaching excellence to elevate teaching practice We welcome further discussion to align with your family’s passion for academic excellence with our priorities. We share the same goal: to engage both students and faculty for success in our rapidly changing world.
ESTATE GIVING “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now” - Chinese proverb Let us plant a seed with you..... Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School has been built and sustained by visionaries who believe in the benefjts of a well-rounded education. Indeed, the founding of STS on our country campus 47 years ago was in part due to the signifjcant gift of 140 acres of land (priceless) and a $250,000 bequest (a present day equivalent of around $15 million!). Visionary donors can include a bequest to support the school’s long term sustainability. A conversation during the campaign will ensure that your future wishes are captured on record either at the school or the STS Foundation and that your leadership inspires others to make a planned gift. Please consider leaving STS a bequest within your estate planning to support future students and faculty.
0 YOU CAN PLAY A ROLE IN SHAPING OUR FUTURE Celebrating philanthropy within STS will inspire other families to make education at STS a philanthropic priority. Building a culture of philanthropy is perhaps one of the enduring legacies of this campaign at this time for STS, as donations are vital to realize our bold vision. When our new building opens in the fall of 2017, it will include a feature donor wall. Donor recognition will thank and celebrate our community of donors for everyone’s collective generosity. Where will your family’s contribution be celebrated on the wall? Leader: Adventurer: Trailblazer: Pathfjnder: Explorer: Discoverer: Annual Donors: $1 million + $250,000 - $999,999 $100,000 - $249,999 $25,000 - $99,999 $10,000 - $24,999 $5,000 - $9,999 up to $4999 Charitable gifts are more approachable than many donors believe. Success will be achieved when all members of our community stretch and make giving to STS a priority to help us reach our goal this fall. YOU CAN DO IT! The chart below shows some examples of pledging your donation over time. Giving is easier than you may think... Five-Y ear Pledge ($) Annual Pledge ($) Estimated Annual Tax Monthly Payment - Af- Credit* ($) ter Tax Credits ($) 250,000 50,000 25,000 2083.34 100,000 20,000 10,000 833.34 50,000 10,000 5,000 416.67 25,000 5,000 2,500 208.34 5,000 1,000 500 41.67 *Consult your fjnancial advisor regarding the personal tax benefjts of a charitable pledge to the campaign.
WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER Every member of our STS family is being asked to give what they can NOW to make our dream a reality within the next two months. Success will be achieved when parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and faculty and staff contribute to make our best even better – for today AND tomorrow. Every charitable contribution is appreciated, valued and tax receiptable. Now is the time for action and investing to fjll the gap and reach our goal. We invite you to join us in conversation and partnership. Nil Nisi Optimum. WE ALL WANT THE BEST FOR OUR STUDENTS - YOUR CHILDREN THANK YOU Dinnie Baker Caroline Banadar Executive Director Director of Advancement Advancement and Community Relations (403) 938-8344 (403) 938-8317 banadac@sts.ab.ca bakerd@sts.ab.ca
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